Let’s talk about something that might not be the most exciting part of your Portuguese adventure, but it’s definitely worth getting right: estate planning. Whether you’ve got a lovely villa in the Algarve or a bank account in Porto, having …
Not keen on putting your furry family members in a plane’s cargo hold? Looking for a more comfortable way to bring your pets to Portugal? The Queen Mary 2 ocean liner might be your answer. As the only pet-friendly ocean …
The American exodus to Portugal is real. From retirees seeking a peaceful European lifestyle to young professionals escaping sky-high costs in San Francisco and New York, more Americans than ever are trading the Star-Spangled Banner for a new life across …
Thinking about making Portugal’s capital your new home? From stunning views to startup culture, ancient trams to artisanal coffee shops, Lisbon has a lot to offer. But is it right for you? I’ve spent years helping people relocate to Portugal, …
Ever heard those stories about European countries paying people to move there? They’re true! Sardinia’s offering €15,000 to populate its rural villages with populations of 3,000 or less, Spain’s Rubia’s dishing out monthly payments of €150 per month while Ponga …
Already living in the EU with a long-term residence permit but aren’t an EU/EEA/Swiss citizen? Dreaming of making Portugal your next home? Article 116 of Portugal’s immigration code might be your ticket to Portuguese residency. Let’s dive into what this …
With Spain announcing the end of its Golden Visa program effective April 3, 2025, investors are likely to turn their attention to Portugal’s program, which continues to offer attractive pathways to European residency and citizenship. The End of an Era …
When Sadie Lowell graduated college in Spring 2021 during the height of Covid, she began contemplating a future that looked very different from what she’d initially imagined. Like many during that time, she realized remote work opened up new possibilities …
These days, people from all over the world are moving to Portugal – particularly from countries like the US, UK, Brazil, and further afield. And increasingly, many of the enquiries that come through to Portugalist are from Jewish people who …
Picture this: It’s 2010, and Portugal has just become one of the first countries in the world to legalize same-sex marriage. While Portugal might not have been first to the party (the Netherlands claimed that honor in 2001, followed by …
